What does it mean to suffer from depression? The closest way to describe that feeling is waking up in the morning after a full night of sleep, the sun is shining through the window, you go to get out of bed, and you just can't do it. It feels like someone is opening up your chest and putting a 100 pound weight on your insides.

In my previous write-up, I mentioned that I decided to establish a nonprofit organization of my own called The Brigade of Mercy. Well, this idea did not come about easily. I had a full-time job at a big financial institution with a great role and title, but this no longer appealed to me.

By no means am I a fitness guru. This is me wearing one of my favorite T-Shirts which pretty much sums up my attitude towards exercising. Before Covid, I liked trying different workout classes at various gyms and studios: Taebo, Aerial Yoga, Zumba, Barre—if there was a groupon or class pass for it, I would give it a try.

Needed some advice on how to promote myself when it comes to my work life. Newly separated after a 21 year marriage with 4 kids. Have a degree but just not finding the right work with my kids being home because of Covid. Do you offer any assistance on careers?

I was born in Karachi, Pakistan and moved to Paris, France when I was two years old. My father was posted at the headquarters of Interpol, the International Criminal Police Organization (ICPO), as the head of Narcotics for the Middle East and Asia, and as the first Asian representative at Interpol.

While I was married, I had all the worldly things you could ever imagine. A huge 6K sq. ft home, a brand new Mercedes GL 450, international vacations at least twice a year, 4 daughters attending private Islamic school, etc. What was there to complain about? Who would complain?

Your 30s is a great time to start taking care of your skin! The daytime routine is for protection and the nighttime is when we start doing some renewal at this age.

Renowned fashion and glamour photographer Ksenia Pro works with several well-known influencers and bloggers in the area as well as local brands and models. Watch the video where she shares tips, tricks, and why loving ourselves is so important.